1971 BMW Touring vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Touring | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
