1981 BMW 725 vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 725 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |