1959 BMW 700 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1140 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5996 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.5 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2600 mm |
