1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Toyota Century

To start off, 1990 Toyota Century is newer by 38 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Century weights approximately 505 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.

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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 1990 Toyota Century
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XK Century
Year Released 1952 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2870 mm


 

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