2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX

To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar S-Type 1959 Jaguar MK IX
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model S-Type MK IX
Year Released 2005 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2096 cc 3781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.7 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66.9 mm 106 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1757 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3050 mm


 

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