1958 Jaguar XK vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 154 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar XK | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XJS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |