1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 780 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |