1959 BMW 700 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5343 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2600 mm |
