1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 53 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 391 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
