2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 41 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2000 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | QX4 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
