2007 BMW 116 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 46 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 116 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
