1992 BMW 332 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 44 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, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 68 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 332 | XK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
