1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 50 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 130 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |