2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 868 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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 XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jaguar XF 1958 Vauxhall Victor
Make Jaguar Vauxhall
Model XF Victor
Year Released 2009 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 410 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2500 mm


 

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