2009 BMW 530 vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
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 Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 21 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, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
