2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XKR | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |