1992 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 BMW 318. 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 318 | Type S |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |