1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 MG MGB is newer by 23 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 61 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XK | MGB |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
