2008 BMW 330 vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | 3.8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |