1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 54 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 486 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
| Model | XK | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
