2005 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 196 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
