1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1957 Jaguar MK VIII has manual transmission. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK VIII | 750 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |
