1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 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 VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK VIII | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
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 | 210 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |