1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2011 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | MK 10 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
