1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 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 67 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
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, 2007 Nissan Versa, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK II | Versa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
