2009 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
