2008 BMW 335 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
