1952 Ferrari 340 America vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 340 America 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 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 America (218 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 America 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 340 America.
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 340 America | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 340 America | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
