1993 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 334 kg more than 1993 BMW 325. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
