1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 45 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1948 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ220 | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1370 mm |
