1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 51 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, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK IX | 335 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |