1996 BMW 745 vs. 1961 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1961 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1961 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 1961 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 745 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
