1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3240 mm |