1985 Bitter SC vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 33 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 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 320 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | SC | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
