1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
