1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1602 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
