2001 BMW 318 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 53 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 318 | XK |
Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |