2008 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 326 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
