2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 428 kg more than 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 250 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.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Z4 | Mark IV |
Year Released | 2007 | 1947 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3060 mm |