1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 21 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. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 28 kg more than 1948 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | GTO |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
