2009 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 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 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 120 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |