1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 540 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
