1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 555 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
