2009 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 155 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 254 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 Weight | 1525 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |