1963 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
