2008 BMW M6 vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | Type S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |