2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 227 kg more than 1957 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
