1964 BMW 700 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1964 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
