1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 38 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 (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1640 kg |
