2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 48 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 755 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | 21 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
