1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula 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 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XK | Formula |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
