1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 52 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |