1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 1997 Volvo S40 is newer by 38 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | MK II | S40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |