2007 BMW 320 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 300 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, both vehicles can yield 330 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
