2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 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 (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 535 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. 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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1981 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1981 Reliant SE6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XK | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
