1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 56 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 40 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 MG TF. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XK | TF |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1200 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 |
