1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 543 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
