1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2007 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 120 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Jaguar MK II 2007 Nissan Titan
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model MK II Titan
Year Released 1959 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3781 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 3560 mm