2009 BMW 120 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 120 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |