2009 BMW 530 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | MK IX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |