1960 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1960 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2880 mm |
