1971 BMW 3 vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 3 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
