1951 BMW 340 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 692 kg more than 1951 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 BMW 340 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 340 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3032 mm |
