1957 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 411 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
