1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | MK II | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2619 mm |