1991 BMW M12 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 39 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1952 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M12 | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
