2007 BMW 530 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | MK X |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |