1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 51 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 77 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XK | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
