1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 28 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 245 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | 380 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
