1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2003 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 29 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry. 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, 2003 Toyota Camry, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Jaguar MK II 2003 Toyota Camry
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model MK II Camry
Year Released 1959 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3781 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 96 mm
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 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2610 mm