2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 368 kg more than 1951 Rover P4. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XK | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
