1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett 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 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 MG Magnett. 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 (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XK | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
