1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar E-Type | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | E-Type | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
