1995 BMW S3 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | S3 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
