2008 BMW 118 vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 118 | E Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 81 L |
