2005 BMW 330 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
