1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 746 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Turbo | XJS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 377 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |