1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 1981 Toyota Century is newer by 29 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, 1981 Toyota Century (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Century weights approximately 510 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1981 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Century |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
