1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 48 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 592 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | MK II | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |