2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XK | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 30 L |
