1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 950 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 XJ 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 XJ 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 XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1600 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 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 | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |
