2005 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 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 | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
