1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK IX | 330 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |