1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1975 Volvo 260 is newer by 16 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | MK II | 260 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |