2007 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | MK II |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |