1993 BMW 316 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 35 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 117 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 316 | MK IX |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 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 | 1840 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |