1968 Reliant Regal vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal 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 (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. 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 (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Reliant Regal | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Reliant | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | XK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 455 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2752 mm |