2003 BMW Z4 vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW Z4. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
