1999 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 318 | 3.8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |