1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 705 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | 211 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |