1980 BMW M5 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 13 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M5 | 240 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 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 |