2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 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 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 930 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | 10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
