2008 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1959 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3442 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
