2009 BMW 530 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
