1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 53 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 13 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK II | CC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2708 mm |
