1957 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1957 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XK | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
