1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 44 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 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
