1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jaguar C-Type | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | C-Type | 535 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2968 mm |