2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
