2005 BMW M6 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2005 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
