2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
