1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 585 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | M3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
