1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 61 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 440 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |