1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar MK II | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | MK II | 120 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |