1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 227 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
