1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 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 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 218 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 653 kg more than 1975 Volvo 66. 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. 1975 Volvo 66 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 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 66 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
