1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 52 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 378 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
