1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 633 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XK | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
