2005 BMW 745 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 653 kg more than 1948 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 745 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |