1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1961 MG Magnett
To start off, 1961 MG Magnett is newer by 9 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 95 more horse power than 1961 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 155 kg more than 1961 MG Magnett. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Magnett. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1961 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XK | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
