2007 BMW 650 vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S 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 155 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1964 Jaguar Type S. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 650 | Type S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |