1999 BMW V12 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X 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 298 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 266 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | V12 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1896 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
