1999 BMW M5 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
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 M5 (499 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M5 | MK 10 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 385 Nm |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |