1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pagani |
| Model | XK | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
