1988 BMW 316 vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 316 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
