1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 883 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1602 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
