1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 36 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Supra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
