1994 BMW 518 vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 518 | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1994 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |