2008 BMW 118 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK X (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1964 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 118 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1230 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
