1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 102 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
