1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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 X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK X | 316 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
