1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 50 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 197 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
