2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 45 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1028 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Continental | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |