1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S 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 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 225 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar Type S | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | Type S | 118 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |