1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Jensen SP

To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 19 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 488 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 1971 Jensen SP
Make Jaguar Jensen
Model XK SP
Year Released 1952 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 7206 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 557 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 109.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 95.3 mm
Top Speed 201 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1783 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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