1983 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 510 kg more than 1983 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 316 | MK II |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |