1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK X | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK X | X6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
