1998 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 316 | 240 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |