1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | M3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |