2009 BMW 335 vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
