1992 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 34 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, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | MK IX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |