2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 283 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 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 Weight | 1655 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
