1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1960 Land Rover 88 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 16 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | MK II | 88 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 195 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |