1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 49 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 25 kg more 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Samsung |
| Model | XK | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
