1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 35 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 81 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 333 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Xedos |
| Model | XK | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
