1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1952 Jaguar XK

To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 32 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 645 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1984 De Tomaso Deauville 1952 Jaguar XK
Make De Tomaso Jaguar
Model Deauville XK
Year Released 1984 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 3441 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 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 1940 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2600 mm


 

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