1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 290 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Xedos |
| Model | XK | 9 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
