1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 335 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
