2009 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
