2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
