2009 BMW 335 vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
