2000 BMW 528 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 260 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 528 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 528 | Sovereign |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 433 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |