1988 BMW 524 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 535 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, 1964 Jaguar MK X (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1964 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 524 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
