2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 693 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |
