1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK VIII | 335 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |