1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo 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 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 65 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
