1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1959 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 548 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | 211 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |