1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 41 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 179 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Supra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
