1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 745 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
