2007 BMW 525 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | MK II |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |