1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 55 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MK IX | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3465 mm |
