1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 312 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK IX | XJR |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
