2008 BMW 323 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 60 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 323 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3442 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
