1957 BMW 600 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 54 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1392 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3033 mm |
