1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1973 Renault 5 is newer by 14 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 232 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 758 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
