1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 567 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XK | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
