1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1952 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 355 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (290 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | MK V |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
