1999 BMW 740 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 39 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 740 | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |