1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 354 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 3.3 | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
