2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 119 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Lumina | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |