2009 BMW 730 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK X. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
