2000 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 77 L |
