2006 BMW 730 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 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 Weight | 1935 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
