2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Arnage | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
