1963 BMW 502 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 BMW 502. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 502 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
