2004 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
