1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 17 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 102 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
