1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1994 Toyota Supra is newer by 42 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, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Supra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Supra |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
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 | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |