2009 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 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 197 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
