1949 Jaguar MK V vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1952 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V 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 55 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 447 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar MK V | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | MK V | XK |
Year Released | 1949 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |