2005 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 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 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 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 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3442 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 | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
