2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | MK X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
