1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1958 Rover P5 is newer by 6 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 285 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XK | P5 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |