2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 415 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 XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKR | 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 | 420 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
