2006 BMW 530 vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
