1991 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1991 BMW 316 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 142 kg more than 1991 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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 316 | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 316 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
