1973 BMW 3 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 3 | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2752 mm |