1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | GTI |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
