2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK 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 XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
