1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 40 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 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Magna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
