1959 BMW 507 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 484 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 507 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
