2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | R-D6 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 53 L |
