1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 54 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
