1991 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1991 BMW 320 is newer by 24 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 320 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | 240 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |