1957 BMW 503 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1958 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 503 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 503 | XK |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |