2005 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
