2004 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 45 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, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M3 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 353 Nm |
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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |