2008 BMW 328 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 328 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
