UK vs UK — 1954 vs 1955
| XK140 MC DHC | Mk1 3.4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp | 210 hp |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft | 220 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,442 cc | 3,442 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 8.4 sec | 9.9 sec |
| Top Speed | 125 mph | 120 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 16.2 sec | 17.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,950 lbs | 3,080 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,591 mm | 2,718 mm |
| Length | 4,470 mm | 4,572 mm |
| Units Produced | 2,797 | 17,349 |
| Original MSRP | $4,200 | $3,900 |
| Value (Excellent) | $250,000 | $100,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 6/10 |
On balance, the 1954 Jaguar XK140 MC DHC makes a stronger case on paper with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, greater rarity. However, the 1955 Jaguar Mk1 3.4 counters with better value, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 1954 Jaguar XK140 MC DHC for outright capability, or the 1955 Jaguar Mk1 3.4 for a more distinctive ownership experience.
Jaguar has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1954 Jaguar XK140 MC DHC with the 1955 Jaguar Mk1 3.4 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1954 Jaguar XK140 MC DHC producing 210 hp and the 1955 Jaguar Mk1 3.4 delivering 210 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1954 Jaguar XK140 MC DHC edges ahead at 8.4 seconds versus 9.9 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 2,797 units built, the 1954 Jaguar XK140 MC DHC is considerably scarcer than the Jaguar Mk1's 17,349 examples. On the collector market, the 1954 Jaguar XK140 MC DHC commands a significant premium over the 1955 Jaguar Mk1 3.4, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.