1948 Ford Anglia vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1952 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 645 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Anglia | XK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
