1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 43 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
