1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar E-Type | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | E-Type | 535 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |