1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 57 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 75 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 (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | Jaguar | Tata |
Model | XK | E |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |