1995 BMW 317 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 28 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 317 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
