1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1971 ZIL 117 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1655 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 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
| Model | XK | 117 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
