2009 BMW 135 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 576 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 135 | MK X |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |