1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 137 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | MK IX |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 77 L |