2003 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
