2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
