2001 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 42 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 (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
