1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 1996 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK II | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |