1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z1 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
