2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 40 kg more than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. 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 XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
