1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1962 Lincoln Continental is newer by 10 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 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1033 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | XK | Continental |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
