1995 BMW M5 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 43 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1952 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M5 | XK |
Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |