1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Jaguar | TVR |
Model | XK | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |