1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jaguar |
| Model | Catalina | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2752 mm |
