1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 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 52 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK IX | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
