2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 496 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z3 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
