1952 Ferrari 500 F2 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1952 Ferrari 500 F2 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 500 F2 (177 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 500 F2 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 735 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 500 F2.
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 500 F2 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 500 F2 | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
