1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | 411 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
