1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 28 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 6C | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
