1988 BMW 535 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 BMW 535. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 535 | MK IX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |