1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 18 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 725 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | New Yorker | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2600 mm |
