1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 16 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 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 823 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XK | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
