1956 BMW 507 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 196 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 507 | MK II |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 63 L |