1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 279 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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 XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJR | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJR | XK |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |