2004 BMW 120 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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 132 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
