2009 BMW 528 vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 528 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |
