2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 50 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ascari | Jaguar |
| Model | Ecosse | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
