1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1967 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 8 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1967 Monteverdi 375 | |
Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
Model | XK | 375 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |