2007 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar E Type. (226 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1968 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | E Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
