1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 286 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
