1987 BMW 324 vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 324 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 104 L |