The Cabriolet version of the XK model has a 3442 cc (210.0 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Jaguar XK 120 DHC has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The 1953 Jaguar XK reaches its peak power of 190 bhp (141 kW) @ 5500 rpm.
The 1953 Jaguar XK produces torque measuring 210 lb-ft (284.7 Nm) @ 2500 rpm.
The XK weighs around 1397 kg (3079 lb). The 1953 Jaguar XK Power to weight is 136.0 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 150.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The 1953 Jaguar XK has a top speed of 120 mph (193.1 kph)
The 1953 Jaguar XK accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 9.50 seconds or 0-100kph in 9.8s. The 1953 Jaguar XK estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.69 seconds with a trap speed of 86.0 mph.