1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daimler | Jaguar |
| Model | One-O-Four | XK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
