1995 BMW CLS vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
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 VIII (291 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | CLS | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
