1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 58 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1145 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
| Model | XK | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
