1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS

To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 33 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 335 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 1985 Jaguar XJS
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XK XJS
Year Released 1952 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 3590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2600 mm


 

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