1996 BMW 525 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |