2006 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 34 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | X5 | Sovereign |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |