1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 37 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | 400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
