1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
