1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 45 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 827 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK IX | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | MK IX | VX220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |