1963 BMW 502 vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1967 Jaguar Type S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 BMW 502. 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 502 | Type S |
Year Released | 1963 | 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 | 158 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |