2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1954 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1954 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | R-D6 | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |
