1971 BMW Touring vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Touring | XJS |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |