2006 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (272 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
