1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 503 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 3.3 | XF |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |