1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
