2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 64 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | MK II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
