1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports 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 233 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Sports |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2160 mm |
