1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 8 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1000 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.
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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Brougham | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
