1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1087 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XK | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
