1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z3 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 81 L |
