1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1966 Jaguar Type S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. Both 1966 Jaguar Type S and 1948 Jaguar XK are equipped with a 3,442 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 325 kg more than 1948 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar Type S | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Type S | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
