1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 168 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 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XK | V50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2639 mm |