1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 2800 | MK II |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |