1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 39 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
