2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 50 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 147 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
