2000 BMW 318 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
