2006 BMW 630 vs. 1964 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1964 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 630 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 385 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 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
