2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
