1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 20 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 (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 382 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 1600 | XK |
Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |