1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1060 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2010 GMC Yukon 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. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Jaguar XK 2010 GMC Yukon
Make Jaguar GMC
Model XK Yukon
Year Released 1959 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3781 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1473 kg 2533 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1953 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2946 mm


 

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