1957 Allard GT vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 710 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XK |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 300 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 Weight | 1140 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2752 mm |
