1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 52 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), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1034 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XK | Savana |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3429 mm |