2009 BMW 730 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1971 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1971 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
