1958 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1970 Nissan Gloria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 181 kg more than 1970 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
