1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 115 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | MK II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
