2009 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3442 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
