1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 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 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 BMW 318. 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 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 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 318 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | Type S | 318 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |