1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 969 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Turbo | XF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2908 mm |
