1974 BMW 3 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 528 kg more than 1974 BMW 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1974 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1974 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3157 mm |
