1957 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 967 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | X5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
