2009 BMW 130 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 58 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, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 305 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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 130 | Type-C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |