2000 BMW 528 vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar MK VII has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar MK VII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
