1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
