2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar MK VII has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar MK VII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | MK VII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1769 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 |
