1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 36 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 373 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
