2007 BMW 650 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 650 | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |