1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Sports | XF |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2908 mm |
