1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is newer by 24 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. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 363 kg more than 1948 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Nomad | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
