1957 BMW 503 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 BMW 503. 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 503 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
