1987 BMW 750 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1955 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | XK |
Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |