1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
