1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK IX | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
