1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 6 series |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |