1971 Renault 10 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | 10 | XK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
