1994 BMW 735 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 735. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 735 | XK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
