2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 72 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
