2008 BMW 530 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar Type-C has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar Type-C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | Type-C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3441 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 | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
