1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 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 366 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | 411 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
