2006 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | MK IX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |