1959 BMW 503 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 BMW 503. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 503 | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |