1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 53 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 (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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 (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Jaguar | GAZ |
Model | XK | 3111 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |