1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 51 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), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 120 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
