1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 15 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 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 140 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
