2004 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |
