1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 BMW 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar MK II | 2005 BMW 630 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK II | 630 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |