1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1953 Talbot Baby
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot Baby weights approximately 183 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1953 Talbot Baby | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XK | Baby |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |
