1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1955 Jaguar MK VII is newer by 3 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 474 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
