1952 Hudson Hornet vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1952 Hudson Hornet 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 4,810 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Hudson Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Hudson Hornet | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
Model | Hornet | XK |
Year Released | 1952 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4810 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2600 mm |