1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 72 kg more than 1981 BMW M1.
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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1981 BMW M1 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | M1 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 116 L |