1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 53 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 464 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2012 GMC Sierra 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. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XK | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4250 mm |
