1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 47 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 505 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Vanden Plas | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
