1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 53 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 50 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
