2006 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 47 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 182 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | XK |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |