2009 BMW M5 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M5 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |