1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 30 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 385 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | Diplomat | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |