2005 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
