2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 345 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XK | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| 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 | 1735 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |
