1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 125 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 2009 Volvo S60 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, 2009 Volvo S60 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | S60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
