1955 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1955 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar XK | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
