1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 634 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
