1979 BMW 732 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 732 | XK |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |