1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240. 2001 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1967 Jaguar 240 has manual transmission. 1967 Jaguar 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2001 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | 240 | 325 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |