2009 BMW 335 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (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 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3442 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
