1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 347 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.1 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
