1973 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |