1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1956 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 315 kg more than 1956 Toyota Crown. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Toyota Crown. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1956 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1956 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1550 mm |