1993 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Austin Montego is newer by 34 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 323 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Austin Montego | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Montego | XK |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |