2005 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1473 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 | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
