1955 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 58 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 148 kg more than 1955 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 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
