2008 BMW X3 vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
