2009 BMW M3 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 153 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |