1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK II | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |