1958 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1958 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 1997 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3040 mm |
