1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 583 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
