2009 BMW 135 vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 135 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
