1987 BMW M6 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 BMW M6.
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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
