2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1965 BMW 700 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XF | 700 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |