1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 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 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | 420G | 325 |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |