1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 65 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 510 kg more than 1948 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |