2007 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | 240 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |