2008 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | E Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |