1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 46 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ6. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
