1990 BMW M3 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | Type-C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
