1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | Mark IV | Z3 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |