2005 BMW 316 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 316 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 316 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |