1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 655 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jaguar MK II | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK II | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |