2002 BMW 330 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
