2007 BMW M6 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |