1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 61 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mini |
| Model | XK | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
