2007 BMW 320 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 36 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
