1987 BMW 750 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | MK II |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |