1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 45 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 147 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XK | TF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
