1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 45 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 157 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar XK | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK | Defender |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |