1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR-15 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |