1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 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 19 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 204 kg more than 1958 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | Diplomat | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |