2007 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 48 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, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |