1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1960 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | 3.8 | 320 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |