2009 BMW 750 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1957 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |