1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 51 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Jaguar | Panoz |
Model | XK | AIV |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 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 | 1295 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |