1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1500 | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3170 mm |
