2009 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 328 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
