1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 251 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XK | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |