2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 46 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 288 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ220 | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Top Speed | 354 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
