1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 69 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 235 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Jaguar | Willys-Overland |
Model | XK | Rural |
Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |