2008 BMW X5 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
