1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
| Model | XK | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
