2006 BMW 550 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
