1959 BMW 503 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 184 kg more than 1959 BMW 503. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 503 | XJ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |