2007 BMW X5 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 828 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
