1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 2002 | XK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
