1996 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 BMW 325. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 325 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |