2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 304 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
