1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 48 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XK | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
