1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Victor 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 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 109 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 355 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | XK | Victor |
Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |