2007 BMW 325 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | Type-C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
