1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR-11 | XK |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
