1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 1600 | Type S |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |