2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 57 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 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1290 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
