1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1958 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XJ6 | P5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |