1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 50 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | MK II | LR2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |