1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 53 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 152 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 328 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
