1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1954 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1954 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. Both 1948 Jaguar XK and 1954 Jaguar XK are equipped with a 3,442 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 1954 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1954 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XK |
Year Released | 1948 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |