2009 BMW 525 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 525 1948 Jaguar XK
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 525 XK
Year Released 2009 1948
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3442 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 240 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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