2004 BMW 320 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 56 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 (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 118 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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |