2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1950 Mercury Roadster
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1950 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 185 kg more than 1950 Mercury Roadster. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1950 Mercury Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XK | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
