2005 BMW 748 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1955 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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 748 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |