1985 BMW 324 vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 324 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| 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 | 85 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
