1973 BMW 3 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 25 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, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 102 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 3 | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |