2008 BMW 530 vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |