2008 BMW 330 vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
