1971 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 788 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Touring | XK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
