1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1952 Jaguar C-Type 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. Both 1952 Jaguar C-Type and 1948 Jaguar XK are equipped with a 3,442 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 357 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | C-Type | XK |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
