1977 BMW 530 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1977 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1952 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
