1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 503 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | XJR | Victor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
