1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 50 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 641 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Defender |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
