1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 100 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XK | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
