1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 13 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |