2006 BMW 335 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 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, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 335 | MK IX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |