2005 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
