1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 41 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ220 | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1340 mm |
