1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 497 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
