1957 BMW 600 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 34 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 500 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 600 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2870 mm |