1957 BMW 600 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 926 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | MK II |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2730 mm |