1991 BMW 730 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1991 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 730 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 730 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
