1959 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 48 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 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 1024 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3555 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3040 mm |
