1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 604 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 2002 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
