2008 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 49 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 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 17 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1959 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 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 323 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3442 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
