1952 Ferrari 225 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 225 and 1952 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 225 (210 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 225 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 205 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 225.
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 Ferrari 225 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 225 | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 63 L |
