1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1970 Rover 3.5 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XK | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
