1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 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 (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. 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 (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda RX-7 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | RX-7 | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2752 mm |
