1988 BMW 524 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 524 | MK II |
Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |