1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is newer by 18 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 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 574 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XK | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |