1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 188 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | 390 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
