1982 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 480 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
