1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1964 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1964 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Longchamp | MK X |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
