1990 BMW 520 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 348 kg more than 1990 BMW 520. 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 520 | MK X |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 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 |