2008 BMW 318 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 318 | MK IX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |