1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 26 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 385 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Diplomat | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
