1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 44 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), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 795 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.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| 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 | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
