1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1958 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar XK | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 730 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |