1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
