1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 62 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 848 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Express |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
