2005 BMW 525 vs. 1954 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1954 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1954 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |