2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 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 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
Model | 7 | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 212 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 | 440 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |