2008 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |