2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1955 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK.

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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJR 1955 Jaguar XK
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XJR XK
Year Released 2007 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 3441 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 554 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 106 mm
Top Speed 249 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2110 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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