2009 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3442 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
