2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 47 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 147 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 427 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | KB | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3781 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2600 mm |
