1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | MK II | Altima |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |