2009 BMW 745 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1951 Jaguar Type-C has manual transmission. 1951 Jaguar Type-C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 745 | Type-C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
