1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo 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 29 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 311 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Turbo | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
