1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 44 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 817 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
