1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1964 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1964 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 696 kg more than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 1964 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
| Model | XK | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1510 mm |
