2004 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
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 Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 335 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign 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 Sovereign | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
