1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 60 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XK | Evora |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
