1984 BMW M6 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 32 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 210 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | XK |
Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |