1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1970 Subaru R-2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK IX | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | MK IX | R-2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1930 mm |