1951 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 52 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1951 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XK | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
