1972 BMW Touring vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 422 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Touring | MK II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
