2000 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2000 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | 420G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
