1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | MK II |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |