2003 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 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, 1965 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
