2009 BMW M3 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1951 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
