1972 BMW 3 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 3 | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
