1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, 2005 Vector M12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vector M12 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK. 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, 2005 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2005 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vector |
| Model | XK | M12 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
