1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 48 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 5 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.
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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XK | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
