1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 955 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1600 | XF |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2909 mm |
