1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 55 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, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XK | TF |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
