1964 Jaguar MK II vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Jaguar MK II | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK II | 740 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
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 | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |