1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 34 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 150 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1640 kg |
