1959 BMW 503 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 BMW 503 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 503 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
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 | 139 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |