1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 is newer by 30 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 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 1989 ZIL 4104 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. 1989 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
| Model | XK | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3890 mm |
