1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 269 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 1960 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 1960 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Murano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
