2006 BMW 530 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3441 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
