1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 16 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 685 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.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XK | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3110 mm |
