2000 BMW 323 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 42 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, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 323 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
