1955 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Jaguar XK | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 120 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |