1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 47 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, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Z |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
