1977 BMW 320 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1977 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 356 kg more than 1977 BMW 320. 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
