1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 570 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
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 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Jaguar | Westfield |
| Model | XK | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
