1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 932 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 Nissan Livina, 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Livina |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
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 | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |