1994 Acura NSX vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 42 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 75 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura NSX | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | XK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
