2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ginetta | Jaguar |
| Model | G34 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
