1999 BMW V12 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 157 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 V12 (909 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | V12 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1473 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
