1958 BMW 600 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 55 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1320 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3157 mm |
