1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | Jaguar | TVR |
Model | XK | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |