2008 BMW 730 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 2008 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 77 L |
