1997 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 39 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, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
