1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
