1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 63 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 446 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XK | Elise |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |