1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1997 Lotus Elise is newer by 49 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 43 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XK | Elise |
Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |