1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | QX4 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
