1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 53 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 575 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
| Model | XK | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
