1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1971 Lotus Seven is newer by 23 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 778 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Seven |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
