1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 48 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 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XK | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
