1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique 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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 183 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Jaguar | Venturi |
Model | XK | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |