1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XJ6 | P5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |