2002 BMW 318 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
