1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 58 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Jaguar | TVR |
Model | XK | Tamora |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 280 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 | 1372 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |