1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Daimler | Jaguar |
| Model | Conquest | XJS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
