2009 BMW 120 vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1951 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 120 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
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 | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |