1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 54 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 329 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 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | MK II | S80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2835 mm |