1951 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 60 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1026 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 591 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.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1210 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar XK | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bugatti |
| Model | XK | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 415 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
