1983 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 646 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
