1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara

To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 33 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 109 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Jaguar XK 1992 Nissan Pintara
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XK Pintara
Year Released 1959 1992
Engine Size 3781 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2560 mm


 

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