1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Swift is newer by 39 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 199 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 733 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Swift. 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, 1998 Suzuki Swift, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XK | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
