2004 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
