2008 BMW 316 vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 316 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
