1954 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jaguar XK weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jaguar XK | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Noble |
| Model | XK | M12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
