1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 695 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
Model | Tiburon | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 264 Nm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |