2005 BMW 325 vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
