1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, 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 MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
