1996 BMW 535 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 29 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 535 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
