2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 183 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (525 Nm). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Monteverdi |
| Model | XK | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 130 L |
