2004 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
