1957 BMW 600 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 31 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1080 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | XJS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2600 mm |