1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 358 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | 420G | 118 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |