1950 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1950 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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jaguar XK | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 320 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |