2009 BMW 125 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 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 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 125 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |