1956 BMW 501 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 465 kg more than 1956 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 501 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3157 mm |
