1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
Model | XJS | 500D |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |