1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 47 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Xedos |
| Model | XK | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
