1989 BMW 750 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 BMW 750.
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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | MK X |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |