2004 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | E Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
