1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 262 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
