1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1950 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1950 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1950 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | MK IX | XK |
Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |