1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 40 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 335 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJS | XK |
Year Released | 1988 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |