1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 55 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 339 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar XK | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 6 series |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2856 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |