2003 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 44 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |