1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1964 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK 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 206 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 443 kg more than 1964 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jeep |
| Model | XK | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
