2001 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XK | P5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |