1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | 240 | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |