1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 609 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
