1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar E-Type | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | E-Type | 325 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |