1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 1600 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 340 mm |
