1972 BMW Touring vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Touring | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
