2005 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | 420G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
