2007 BMW 760 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK X. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 760 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
