1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 64 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1306 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2012 Nissan NV 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. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | NV |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
