1962 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1962 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 XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
