1963 Jaguar Type S vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Jaguar Type S. 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 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar Type S | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Type S | XK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2752 mm |
