1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 22 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 94 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XK | SP |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
