1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 810 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1602 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
