1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 977 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental | XK |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
