1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1953 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1953 Jaguar XK. 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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1953 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 3.3 | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
