1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 420 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | GTO |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
