2004 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
